What channels exist for reporting harassment, discrimination, and retaliation in Army policy?

• A. They are prohibited and addressed through chain of command, Equal Opportunity/SHARP channels, and inspector general with support options for victims.
• B. Through informal channels only
• C. Through the unit's social media page
• D. Through family members

Answer: (A)

Harassment, discrimination, and retaliation are addressed through official reporting channels to ensure every concern is handled promptly, properly, and with protection for the person reporting. The main avenues are the chain of command, which provides direct supervisory reporting and corrective actions within the unit; Equal Opportunity/SHARP channels, which are specialized processes for EO and sexual harassment/assault issues and oversee investigations; and the inspector general, which offers an independent route for complaints and can protect whistleblower-type concerns when appropriate. In addition, victims have support options such as counseling and advocacy to help them through the process. Reporting through informal channels, social media, or family members does not constitute the official route and may not lead to a formal investigation or the remedies provided by Army policy.